Eric Freitag: Concussions, Recovery, and the Action Plan You Need at the Ready

Dec 28, 2023

Dr. Eric Freitag, licensed clinical psychologist, board-certified neuropsychologist, and certified Emergency Medical Technician, discusses concussions, their treatment, and the importance of having an action plan. Topics include the significance of coaches listening to the episode, cognitive function testing, managing priorities while traveling, seeking additional help for concussions, the unpredictability of symptoms, and the controversy surrounding CTE research in athletes.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Concussions, Recovery, and the Action Plan You Need at the Ready

01:33 • 2min

The Importance of Understanding and Treating Concussions

03:17 • 26min

Cognitive Function Testing and Travel Pack with Supplements

29:16 • 2min

Managing Priorities while Traveling and Seeking Additional Help for Concussions

31:41 • 4min

Managing Concussions and the Unpredictability of Symptoms

35:37 • 4min

The Controversy of CTE Research in Athletes

40:04 • 26min

Concussions and the Sports Neuropsychology Society

01:06:31 • 2min

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Dr. Eric Freitag is a licensed clinical psychologist, board-certified neuropsychologist, and certified Emergency Medical Technician. His clinical expertise includes assessing and treating dementia, traumatic brain injury, and sports concussions. He is the founder and Executive Director of the Mt. Diablo Memory Center.

Dr. Freitag works extensively with individuals who have experienced sport-related concussions, including current and retired professional athletes and collegiate and high school student-athletes. He previously served as the Co-Director of the UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland Sports Concussion Program. He is a consultant with UC Berkeley and St. Mary’s College sports medicine departments and works with several Bay Area high schools. Prior to their departure to Las Vegas, Dr. Freitag served as the NFL Neuropsychological Consultant to the Oakland Raiders.

We found this conversation critical for understanding concussions and having an action plan for treatment from the moment of injury. It is a must listen for parents of youth athletes and coaches alike.

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